Marco’s New York Italian restaurant in Kegworth has been named Best Restaurant at the annual Black & White Hospitality awards.

Now in its third year, the company awards bring together all 32 of Marco Pierre White’s restaurants under Marco’s Black and White Hospitality company. The awards aim to recognise restaurants and staff members who have demonstrated a commitment to customer service and excellence.

Located at the Best Western Premier Yew Lodge Hotel & Conference Centre on Packington Hill, Marco’s New York Italian Kegworth picked up its award at a recent AGM held at Canalside conference venue in Birmingham city centre. The restaurant was recognised for consistently performing well across all audits including food, service and sales.

Yvonne Hyde, hotel general manager for Best Western Premier Yew Lodge Hotel and Marco’s New York Italian Kegworth, said: “This award means so much to the team who have embraced the restaurant concept from the day we opened.

“To us, Marco’s means great quality produce, perfectly prepared, and served in an informal friendly environment to happy diners. To do what we love doing, and win an award for it, makes the whole team burst with pride. We’re also approaching our two year anniversary so this award couldn’t have come at a better time!”

Nick Taplin, CEO of Black and White Hospitality, added: “Our annual awards give us the chance to recognise and reward restaurants who have gone above and beyond to deliver everything that we stand for – excellent customer service and affordable dining in a relaxed setting.

“We were very impressed with Kegworth as the team has consistently shown commitment and dedication to the brand to deliver Marco Pierre White standards. Congratulations to the team on winning the Best Restaurant award. It is a pleasure to work with both owners and management who have the same clear vision as ourselves”

Diners at Marco’s New York Italian in Kegworth can enjoy a host of exciting new dishes, as the restaurant recently launched a brand new mouth-watering menu.

Inspired by Marco Pierre White’s Italian heritage and love for New York, Marco’s New York Italian uses Marco’s famous cooking techniques to create a unique dining experience that appeals to guests of all ages. New dishes include Classic Spaghetti Napoletana, the Seared Seabream with Caponata, and The Long Island Seafood Platter.

Marco’s New York Italian is part of the Black and White Hospitality’s extensive restaurant portfolio, which also includes Marco Pierre White’s Steakhouse & Bar Grill, Mr. White’s English Chophouse, Bardolino Pizzeria, Bellini & Espresso Bar and Wheeler’s of St James’.